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Oborevwori Bags Governor of the Year Award

The Delta governor, shortlisted alongside Sanwo-Olu, Sani and Eno, dedicated the ThisDay/Arise honour to his people after 18 months in office.

28 January 2025 1 min read
A man in a suit speaks into a microphone on stage beside other men holding wrapped awards

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has been named Governor of the Year at the ThisDay/Arise Awards. The recognition comes after Oborevwori was nominated alongside other prominent governors, including Lagos’ Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Kaduna’s Uba Sani, and Akwa Ibom’s Umo Eno.

In response to the honour, Oborevwori described the award as a reflection of the collective efforts and progress achieved in Delta State over the past 18 months of his administration.

The Delta Governor commended the organisers of the award and also dedicated the award to the good people of his state.

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“Most importantly, I’m grateful to the wonderful people of Delta State for their unwavering trust and support. This recognition isn’t just a personal achievement; it demonstrates our collective efforts and dedication to transforming our dear state.” he said.

“Together, we’ve made significant strides, and I remain committed to delivering even more for our people.”

The award comes amid growing recognition of Oborevwori’s administration, particularly for its focus on infrastructure development and public welfare.

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Written byMirabel Itse

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